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Clarke RC240D Generator Set

The Clarke RC240D is a Diesel generator set powered by a John Deere 6068HF485 engine. It is available at 120/208 V and 277/480 V. It holds 29.4 L (7.8 gal) of coolant. The set measures 5179×1923×2408 mm (203.9×75.7×94.8 in) and weighs about 3500 kg (7716 lb). An integrated tank holds 966.4 L (255.3 gal). The same 6068HF485 engine also powers generator sets from Atlas Copco, Generac, John Deere, Kohler, MTU and Magnum.

1.8 L
Displacement
1
Document types

Service parts for the RC240D

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Air intake

1 required
G030070Air filtersee priceAmazon

Fuel system

2 required
CO2775Fuel filter (primary)see priceAmazon

Oil system

1 required

Belts

1 required
VP64S17Beltsee priceAmazon

Prices captured from merchant listings; some links are affiliate links. Confirm against your serial number before ordering.

Specifications

FuelDiesel
AlternatorLeroy-Somer LSA 42.2/43.2/44.2/46.2/47.2 (4-pole)
Voltage options120/208 V, 277/480 V
Battery voltage12 V
Dimensions (L×W×H)5179×1923×2408 mm
Dry weight3500 kg
Fuel tank966.4 L

Engine

John Deere 6068HF485
Coolant capacity29.4 L
Displacement1.8 L
Aspirationturbocharged, intercooled
Rated speed2400 rpm

Filters for the John Deere 6068HF485

6

Engine-mounted filters the filter manufacturers list for this engine family. These come from the engine, not from this generator set’s own parts list, so confirm against your serial number before ordering.

SystemFilterDescriptionCross-references
Oil filterP550779Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowJOHN DEERE RE504836, JOHN DEERE RE50486, NAPA 7750S, SKYJACK 13502869 KuduParts $19.00
Oil filterP551352Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowJOHN DEERE DZ118286, JOHN DEERE PMLF3703, NAPA 401062, BALDWIN B40168 buy
Fuel filterP550090Fuel Filter, In-LineJOHN DEERE AE20952, JOHN DEERE AT101565, ASV INCORPORATED 0201914, LOESING 025125 FridayParts $45.66
Fuel filterP551130Fuel Filter, BoxJOHN DEERE AR50041, JOHN DEERE R16951, NAPA 3370, BALDWIN BF909 KuduParts $37.00
Fuel / water separatorP551424Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-OnJOHN DEERE RE503198, JOHN DEERE RE522868, NAPA 3532, NAPA 600094 KuduParts $16.00 FridayParts $18.50
Fuel / water separatorP551422Fuel Filter, Water Separator CartridgeJOHN DEERE AT274723, JOHN DEERE RE22878, NAPA 3978, CLAAS 0011318200 KuduParts $22.00 FridayParts $24.50

Same engine, other brands

6 brands

The John Deere 6068HF485 in this set also powers 10 generator sets sold under 6 other brands. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
Atlas CopcoQAS 250 John Deere, Qc1002
GeneracSD135, SD150
John Deere6068 HF485, QAS 250
MagnumDRY-PRIME DIESEL TRASH PUMP MTP6504NPC, MTP6504NPC
Kohler200KRP
MTUDS00200D6SRAK0574

Maintenance & consumables

for the John Deere 6068HF485
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir Cleaner Element (Engine) PrimaryG030070 Amazon eBay
Fuel filter86947700022000 hr eBay $85.32
Fuel filterElement, Fuel Water SeparatorCO2775 Amazon eBay
Oil filterElement, Oil FilterC04521 Amazon eBay $24.99 NAPA $28.76
Battery—1000 hr
BeltPump BeltVP64S172000 hr Amazon eBay
Coolant—5000 hr
Coolant filterWater in fuel filter—2000 hr
Oil5.6—2000 hr
Spark plug—2000 hr

Common questions

What engine does the Clarke RC240D use?

The Clarke RC240D is powered by the John Deere 6068HF485 engine.

What kind of fuel does the Clarke RC240D run on?

The Clarke RC240D runs on Diesel.

What is the coolant capacity of the Clarke RC240D?

The Clarke RC240D cooling system holds 29.4 liters (7.8 US gallons) for the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the Clarke RC240D?

The Clarke RC240D has a dry weight of 3500 kg (7716 lb).

How big is the fuel tank on the Clarke RC240D?

The Clarke RC240D has a 966.4 liter (255 US gallon) fuel tank.

What voltage does the Clarke RC240D produce?

The Clarke RC240D is offered in 120/208 V, 277/480 V.

What alternator does the Clarke RC240D use?

The Clarke RC240D uses a Leroy-Somer LSA 42.2/43.2/44.2/46.2/47.2 alternator. It has 4 poles.

Which oil filter part number does the Clarke RC240D take?

The Clarke RC240D uses oil filter part number C04521.

Which fuel filter part number does the Clarke RC240D take?

The Clarke RC240D uses fuel filter part numbers 8694770002, CO2775.

What air filter fits the Clarke RC240D?

The Clarke RC240D uses air filter part number G030070.

Troubleshooting

6

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Alternator does not work normally when first commissionedProtective devices not fitted correctly; connections do not comply with the diagrams in the manuals supplied with the machine; speed of the unit is incorrectCheck that the protective devices are fitted correctly; check that all connections comply with the diagrams in the manuals supplied with the machine; check that the speed of the unit is correct and repeat the operations instructions
Excessive overheating of one or both bearings (temp of bearings over 80°C) (With or without abnormal bearing noise)Bearing has turned blue or the grease has turned black; bearing race badly locked (moving in its housing)Change the bearing
Excessive overheating of alternator frame (temperature rise of more than 40°C above ambient)Air flow (inlet-outlet) partially clogged or hot air is being recycled either from alternator or prime mover; alternator is functioning at too high a voltage (over 105% of rated voltage on load); alternator overloaded
Too much vibrationMisalignment (coupling); defective mounting or play in coupling; incorrect balancing of shaft (Engine-Alternator)
Excessive vibration and humming noise coming from the alternatorThree phase alternator is single phase loaded in excess of acceptable level; short circuit in the alternator stator
Alternator damaged by a significant impact which is followed by humming and vibrationSystem short circuit; MIS parallelingPossible consequences (according to the seriousness of the above faults): broken or damaged coupling; broken or bent shaft end; shifting and short circuit of main field rotor; fractured fan or coming loose on shaft; blown rotating diodes, or and AVR

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Full Clarke RC240D troubleshooting guide (48 entries) →

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
C04521Element, Oil FilterOil filter Amazon eBay $24.99 NAPA $28.76
CO2775Element, Fuel Water SeparatorFuel filter Amazon eBay
CO2776Element, Fuel Filter PrimaryFuel filter Amazon eBay
G021199Element, Fuel Filter PrimaryFuel filter Amazon eBay
G030070Air Cleaner Element (Engine) PrimaryAir filter Amazon eBay
G030071Air Cleaner Element (Engine) SecondaryAir filter Amazon eBay
G030073Air Cleaner Element (Engine) PrimaryAir filter Amazon eBay
G030074Air Cleaner Element (Engine) SecondaryAir filter Amazon eBay
G030077Air Cleaner Element (Engine) PrimaryAir filter Amazon eBay
G030078Air Cleaner Element (Engine) SecondaryAir filter Amazon eBay
G122208Clarke Eng Fluid - 5 galFluid Amazon eBay
G122209Clarke Eng Fluid -1 galFluid Amazon eBay
G30070Air Cleaner Element (Engine) PrimaryAir filter Amazon eBay
VP64S17Pump Belt1Belt Amazon eBay
G122188250 hour Maintenance Kit (without fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122189250 hour Maintenance Kit (without fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122190250 hour Maintenance Kit (without fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122191250 hour Maintenance Kit (without fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122192250 hour Maintenance Kit (without fluids)Service part / kit Amazon
G122193250 hour Maintenance Kit (& engine fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122194250 hour Maintenance Kit (& engine fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122195250 hour Maintenance Kit (& engine fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122196250 hour Maintenance Kit (& engine fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122197250 hour Maintenance Kit (& engine fluids)Service part / kit Amazon
G122198500 hour Maintenance Kit (without fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122199500 hour Maintenance Kit (without fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122200500 hour Maintenance Kit (without fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122201500 hour Maintenance Kit (without fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122202500 hour Maintenance Kit (without fluids)Service part / kit Amazon
G122203500 hour Maintenance Kit (& Engine fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122204500 hour Maintenance Kit (& Engine fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122205500 hour Maintenance Kit (& Engine fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122206500 hour Maintenance Kit (& Engine fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122207500 hour Maintenance Kit (& Engine fluids)Service part / kit Amazon

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Available documents

Operator's manual — manual iom - rc mobile line - g131740.sflb (Clarke)

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Full service, cheapest listings

Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Fuel filter 8694770002$85.32
Oil filter C04521$24.99
2 priced items$110.31